math 92: applied beginning & intermediate
MATH 92: APPLIED BEGINNING & INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA MWF 8:00 - 9:50 / MS 118 / CRN 63090 / 4 UNITS / GRADE ONLY
WELCOME TO MY MATH CLASS! My name is Gina Abbiate and I have been teaching at Mesa for 12 years. Students call me Ms. Gina or Mrs. A.
DO SOCCER PLAYERS USE ALGEBRA? In June 2016, the United States National Soccer Team faced Argentina in the Semi-Final Match of the Copa América. The famous soccer player Lionel Messi, made an incredible free kick over the heads of his opponents, into the upper corner of the goal. Is it possible that Messi used an understanding of Algebra to set up the kick in his mind? This semester we will discuss problems like this as we explore practical uses of mathematics.
Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 619-388-2393 Office: MS215K Hours: MWF 10 am – 11 am TTh 11 am – 12 noon The best was to communicate with me is through email. During the week, I usually respond within 24 hours. On weekends, I check email once per day. If you want to chat in person, you can stop by my office at the times listed above. If these times don’t work with your schedule, you can make an appointment by sending me an email or calling my voicemail. Please help me create a positive environment where every student feels welcome. I want you to join in class discussions and ask lots of questions. It is going to be a fun semester!
Here is what you will need to get started in the class: 1.
Purchase a Workbook from the bookstore. It has activities that we will work on every day in class. 2. Purchase an access code for WebAssign, (online homework). in the bookstore or online at webassign.com. Use Class Key: sdmesa 2704 2337 to find my class. WebAssign includes a copy of the e-text so you do not need to buy a textbook. Textbook name: Applied Beginning & Intermediate Algebra by Clark. 3. Purchase a scientific calculator: TI-36X Pro. See me if you have a different calculator to determine whether it will be ok for the class. 4. Visit blackboard.sdccd.com for class resources and grades.
WebAssign can be used free of charge for the first 14 days.
A TYPICAL DAY CLASS… Most days will be structured as follows: •
A 5-min quiz: 1 question from the previous day’s lecture.
•
A short lecture of new topics including class discussion.
•
Group activity focused on math applications used in real life.
Use of laptops and tablets is encouraged. Cell phones are not allowed.
ASSESSMENT (GRADES) My top priority is helping you get the highest grade possible in this class. You will have many opportunities to show me your best work and earn points. Daily Quizzes (5%) will be given during the first 10 minutes of class. You will be asked to answer one question that reviews the previous lecture. Class Work (10%) will be assigned every class meeting and due the next day. Examples include worksheets, making study aids, and working on sample exams. Groups will be rotated so that eveyone gets to work together. Practice Problems (10%) are available on WebAssign with problems similar to what you will see on exams. Practice will help build your math
Grading Scale
skills. You will have some time to work on these problems in class. 4 Exams (50%) will be given to assess your individual knowledge. No
Above 90%
A
80% - 89%
B
70% - 79%
C
60% - 69%
D
Final Exams (25%) will be given in two parts: week 8 and week 16. You
Below 60%
F
will feel prepared for this exam by attending class regularly and
make up exams will be allowed. If you have to miss an exam, notify me 7 days ahead of time and make arrangements to take the exam in office hours.
participating in group projects. Final exams must be taken on the dates
Important Dates
listed in the schedule. No make-up final exams will be given.
Sept 1
Add/Drop Deadline
Sept 4
Labor Day (No Class)
Mar 23
Final Exam Part I
• Come see me in office hours or send me an email message. Make an
Oct 27
Withdrawal Deadline
appointment to meet if my office hours conflict with your schedule. I am
Nov 10
Veteran’s Day (No Class)
always willing to answ1er questions from any section of the book, even if we
Thanksgiving Break
have already moved on to a new section. Drop a notecard on my desk if you
Final Exam Part II
want me to see a problem on the board.
Nov 20-24 Dec 15
FEELING OVERWHELMED? GET HELP HERE…
• WebAssign includes many helpful resources. Use “Read It Watch It,” for hints to a particular problem. “View my Class Insights,” shows you problems you should review. “Ask Your Teacher,” sends me a message directly. •
Form a study group with your classmates. You will get a chance to meet everyone so you can find students with learning styles that match yours. Set up a time to meet each week to help one another.
•
Mesa Tutoring and Computing Center (MT2C) offers FREE math tutoring for students. It is located on the fourth floor of the LRC (library). Hours: M-Th, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, F & Sa 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. You can make a tutoring appointment at www.sdmesa.mywconline.com. There is also an option to use online tutoring services if you are unable to make it to the tutoring center on campus. Contact Niko Crumpton [email protected] for information about online tutoring.
•
Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should notify me within the first two weeks of class. All information will be kept strictly confidential. More information on page 4.
HERE IS ALL THE INFORMATION THAT IS REQUIRED IN MY SYLLABUS COURSE DESCRIPTION This course emphasizes real world applications in the development of beginning and intermediate algebraic topics. Topics include a review of fractions, decimals and percents, as well as the development of linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions. This course is designed for those students whose major and transfer institution requires only statistics or math for liberal arts as the transfer level math course for the degree.
PREREQUISITE MATH 038 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level M30 ADVISORY ENGL 047A with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level W5/R5 OR ENGL 048 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level R5 & ENGL 049 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level W5 LIMITATION ON ENROLLMENT This course is not open to students with previous credit for Math 265S or Math 96. TRANSFER APPLICABILITY: Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with real numbers using exponents and the appropriate order of operations. 2. Apply properties of equality to solve linear equations and related application problems. 3. Determine the equation for a linear function and graph it. 4. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with polynomials. 5. Factor polynomial expressions using a variety of methods. 6. Solve quadratic equations by factoring and use of the quadratic formula. 7. Graph quadratic functions. 8. Identify functions from their equations and graphs and use appropriate functional notation. 9. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with rational expressions. 10. Solve systems of linear equations in two variables graphically and algebraically. 11. Solve exponential and logarithmic equations and applications. 12. Apply the correct notation when identifying, simplifying and using arithmetic and geometric series and sequences.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME (SLO): #1 Students will be able solve linear equations using a variety of methods. #2 Students will be able correctly order real numbers. #3 Students will be able to correctly graph linear equations, and identify specific points on indicated lines
ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION Attendance is required by Mesa College policy and you may be dropped from the course after the second unexcused absence. If you must miss class, please inform me with an e-mail or phone message. Tardiness and leaving class early may be treated as an unexcused absence. Absence due to illness is excused only with a doctor’s note. •
It is the student’s responsibility to drop all classes in which he/she is no longer participating.
•
It is the instructor’s discretion to withdraw a student after the add/drop deadline (September 1) due to excessive absences.
•
Students who remain enrolled in the class beyond the published withdrawal deadline (October 27) will receive an evaluative letter grade in this class.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Students are expected to be honest and ethical at all times in the pursuit of academic goals. Students who are found to be in violation of Administrative Procedure 3100.3 Honest Academic Conduct, will receive a grade of zero on the assignment, quiz, or exam in question and may be referred for disciplinary action in accordance with Administrative Procedure 3100.2, Student Disciplinary Procedures.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT •
Students are expected to adhere to the Student Code of Conduct at all times. Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct may be removed from class by the faculty for the class meeting in which the behavior occurred, and the next class meeting.
•
Make-up work will not be accepted during the removal from class.
•
Incidents involving removal of a student from class will be reported to the college disciplinary officer for follow up.
•
The Student Code of Conduct can be found in Board of Trustees Policy, BP 3100, Student Rights, Responsibilities and Administrative Due Process posted on the District website at: http://www.sdccd.edu/public/district/policies/index.shtml
DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS •
Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should notify me within the first two weeks of instruction. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
•
Students with disabilities that need evacuation assistance during campus emergencies should meet with me as soon as possible to assure the health and safety of all students.
•
I have made every effort to make this course accessible to all students, including students with disabilities. If you encounter a problem accessing anything in this course, please contact me immediately by email and also contact the college’s Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) Office.
•
For more information, you may contact the DSPS Office (I4-405) or the website at http://dsps.sdccd.edu/
Math 92 Tentative Schedule - Fall 2017 Monday
Wednesday Aug 21
1
Ice Breaker Activities Sample Diagnostic
Aug 23
R1: Opertions with Integers R2: Operations with Fractions Aug 28
2 3
1.1: Exponents/Order of Op 1.2: Working with Variables
1.3: Simplifying Expressions 1.4: Rectangular Coordinate System
Sept 4
No Class
6
8.1: Solving Linear Applications 8.2: Create Scatterplots
3.3: Slope-Intercept Form of Lines 3.4: Linear Equations & Graphs
5.1: Rules for Exponents 5.2: Negative Exps/Sci Notation 5.3: Add/Subtr Polynomials 6.3: Factoring Special Forms 6.4: Solve Quadratics (Factoring)
Review
7.1: The Basics of Rationals 7.2: Mult/Div Rational Expr
10
10.1: Square Roots and Radicals 11.1: Quad Functions/Parabolas
Review
13
7.3: Add/Subtr Rational Expr 7.4: Solving Rational Equations
Oct 13
Oct 20
7.5: Proportions, Similar Triangles & Variation
Oct 25
11.2: Quadratics in Vertex Form 11.4: Solve Quadratics
Oct 27
11.5: Intercepts of Quadratics 11.6: Quadratic Forumla
Nov 1
Nov 3
Exam 3 Nov 8
12.1: Exponential Functions Nov 13
12.5: Exp Growth/Decay
6.1: What It Means to Factor 6.2: Factoring Trinomials
Oct 18
Nov 6
12
Oct 6
Final Part I
Review
Area and Perimeter Midpoint
Sept 29
Oct 11
Oct 30
11.7: Graph Quadratics
Sept 22
Exam 2
5.4: Multiplying Polynomials 5.5: Dividing Polynomials
Oct 23
11
3.5: Finding Equations of Lines
Oct 4
Oct 16
9
Sept 15
Sept 27
Oct 9
8
Exam 1
4.1: Systems of Linear Equations 4.2: Solve Systems (Substitution)
8.4: Function/Notation
Oct 2
7
Sept 8
Sept 20
Sept 25
4.3: Solve Systems (Elimination)
2.1: Add/Subtr Property of Eq 2.2: Mult/Div Properties of Eq
Sept 13
Sept 18
5
Sept 1
Sept 6
2.3: Solve Eq (Vars Both Sides)
3.1: Graph Equations (Two Vars) 3.2: Finding & Interpreting Slope
Aug 25
R3: Decimals and Percents R4: Exact vs Approx Answers
Aug 30
Sept 11
4
Friday
Nov 10
12.2: Exponential Equations
Nov 15
13.2: Logarithmic Functions
Nov 17
13.5: Solve Exponential Eq
Thanksgiving Break: Nov 20-24 14
Nov 27
13.6: Solve Logarithmic Equations
Nov 29
Review
Dec 4
15 16
14.3: Arithmetic Sequences 14.5: Arithmetic Series
Exam 4 Dec 6
14.4: Geometric Sequences 14.5: Geometric Series
Dec 11
Binomial Theorem
Dec 1 Dec 8
Mean, Median Mode
Dec 13
Review
Dec 15
Final Part II
WELCOME TO MY MATH CLASS! My name is Gina Abbiate and I have been teaching at Mesa for 12 years. Students call me Ms. Gina or Mrs. A.
DO SOCCER PLAYERS USE ALGEBRA? In June 2016, the United States National Soccer Team faced Argentina in the Semi-Final Match of the Copa América. The famous soccer player Lionel Messi, made an incredible free kick over the heads of his opponents, into the upper corner of the goal. Is it possible that Messi used an understanding of Algebra to set up the kick in his mind? This semester we will discuss problems like this as we explore practical uses of mathematics.
Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 619-388-2393 Office: MS215K Hours: MWF 10 am – 11 am TTh 11 am – 12 noon The best was to communicate with me is through email. During the week, I usually respond within 24 hours. On weekends, I check email once per day. If you want to chat in person, you can stop by my office at the times listed above. If these times don’t work with your schedule, you can make an appointment by sending me an email or calling my voicemail. Please help me create a positive environment where every student feels welcome. I want you to join in class discussions and ask lots of questions. It is going to be a fun semester!
Here is what you will need to get started in the class: 1.
Purchase a Workbook from the bookstore. It has activities that we will work on every day in class. 2. Purchase an access code for WebAssign, (online homework). in the bookstore or online at webassign.com. Use Class Key: sdmesa 2704 2337 to find my class. WebAssign includes a copy of the e-text so you do not need to buy a textbook. Textbook name: Applied Beginning & Intermediate Algebra by Clark. 3. Purchase a scientific calculator: TI-36X Pro. See me if you have a different calculator to determine whether it will be ok for the class. 4. Visit blackboard.sdccd.com for class resources and grades.
WebAssign can be used free of charge for the first 14 days.
A TYPICAL DAY CLASS… Most days will be structured as follows: •
A 5-min quiz: 1 question from the previous day’s lecture.
•
A short lecture of new topics including class discussion.
•
Group activity focused on math applications used in real life.
Use of laptops and tablets is encouraged. Cell phones are not allowed.
ASSESSMENT (GRADES) My top priority is helping you get the highest grade possible in this class. You will have many opportunities to show me your best work and earn points. Daily Quizzes (5%) will be given during the first 10 minutes of class. You will be asked to answer one question that reviews the previous lecture. Class Work (10%) will be assigned every class meeting and due the next day. Examples include worksheets, making study aids, and working on sample exams. Groups will be rotated so that eveyone gets to work together. Practice Problems (10%) are available on WebAssign with problems similar to what you will see on exams. Practice will help build your math
Grading Scale
skills. You will have some time to work on these problems in class. 4 Exams (50%) will be given to assess your individual knowledge. No
Above 90%
A
80% - 89%
B
70% - 79%
C
60% - 69%
D
Final Exams (25%) will be given in two parts: week 8 and week 16. You
Below 60%
F
will feel prepared for this exam by attending class regularly and
make up exams will be allowed. If you have to miss an exam, notify me 7 days ahead of time and make arrangements to take the exam in office hours.
participating in group projects. Final exams must be taken on the dates
Important Dates
listed in the schedule. No make-up final exams will be given.
Sept 1
Add/Drop Deadline
Sept 4
Labor Day (No Class)
Mar 23
Final Exam Part I
• Come see me in office hours or send me an email message. Make an
Oct 27
Withdrawal Deadline
appointment to meet if my office hours conflict with your schedule. I am
Nov 10
Veteran’s Day (No Class)
always willing to answ1er questions from any section of the book, even if we
Thanksgiving Break
have already moved on to a new section. Drop a notecard on my desk if you
Final Exam Part II
want me to see a problem on the board.
Nov 20-24 Dec 15
FEELING OVERWHELMED? GET HELP HERE…
• WebAssign includes many helpful resources. Use “Read It Watch It,” for hints to a particular problem. “View my Class Insights,” shows you problems you should review. “Ask Your Teacher,” sends me a message directly. •
Form a study group with your classmates. You will get a chance to meet everyone so you can find students with learning styles that match yours. Set up a time to meet each week to help one another.
•
Mesa Tutoring and Computing Center (MT2C) offers FREE math tutoring for students. It is located on the fourth floor of the LRC (library). Hours: M-Th, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, F & Sa 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. You can make a tutoring appointment at www.sdmesa.mywconline.com. There is also an option to use online tutoring services if you are unable to make it to the tutoring center on campus. Contact Niko Crumpton [email protected] for information about online tutoring.
•
Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should notify me within the first two weeks of class. All information will be kept strictly confidential. More information on page 4.
HERE IS ALL THE INFORMATION THAT IS REQUIRED IN MY SYLLABUS COURSE DESCRIPTION This course emphasizes real world applications in the development of beginning and intermediate algebraic topics. Topics include a review of fractions, decimals and percents, as well as the development of linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions. This course is designed for those students whose major and transfer institution requires only statistics or math for liberal arts as the transfer level math course for the degree.
PREREQUISITE MATH 038 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level M30 ADVISORY ENGL 047A with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level W5/R5 OR ENGL 048 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level R5 & ENGL 049 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill Level W5 LIMITATION ON ENROLLMENT This course is not open to students with previous credit for Math 265S or Math 96. TRANSFER APPLICABILITY: Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with real numbers using exponents and the appropriate order of operations. 2. Apply properties of equality to solve linear equations and related application problems. 3. Determine the equation for a linear function and graph it. 4. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with polynomials. 5. Factor polynomial expressions using a variety of methods. 6. Solve quadratic equations by factoring and use of the quadratic formula. 7. Graph quadratic functions. 8. Identify functions from their equations and graphs and use appropriate functional notation. 9. Perform the basic arithmetic operations with rational expressions. 10. Solve systems of linear equations in two variables graphically and algebraically. 11. Solve exponential and logarithmic equations and applications. 12. Apply the correct notation when identifying, simplifying and using arithmetic and geometric series and sequences.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME (SLO): #1 Students will be able solve linear equations using a variety of methods. #2 Students will be able correctly order real numbers. #3 Students will be able to correctly graph linear equations, and identify specific points on indicated lines
ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION Attendance is required by Mesa College policy and you may be dropped from the course after the second unexcused absence. If you must miss class, please inform me with an e-mail or phone message. Tardiness and leaving class early may be treated as an unexcused absence. Absence due to illness is excused only with a doctor’s note. •
It is the student’s responsibility to drop all classes in which he/she is no longer participating.
•
It is the instructor’s discretion to withdraw a student after the add/drop deadline (September 1) due to excessive absences.
•
Students who remain enrolled in the class beyond the published withdrawal deadline (October 27) will receive an evaluative letter grade in this class.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Students are expected to be honest and ethical at all times in the pursuit of academic goals. Students who are found to be in violation of Administrative Procedure 3100.3 Honest Academic Conduct, will receive a grade of zero on the assignment, quiz, or exam in question and may be referred for disciplinary action in accordance with Administrative Procedure 3100.2, Student Disciplinary Procedures.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT •
Students are expected to adhere to the Student Code of Conduct at all times. Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct may be removed from class by the faculty for the class meeting in which the behavior occurred, and the next class meeting.
•
Make-up work will not be accepted during the removal from class.
•
Incidents involving removal of a student from class will be reported to the college disciplinary officer for follow up.
•
The Student Code of Conduct can be found in Board of Trustees Policy, BP 3100, Student Rights, Responsibilities and Administrative Due Process posted on the District website at: http://www.sdccd.edu/public/district/policies/index.shtml
DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS •
Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should notify me within the first two weeks of instruction. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
•
Students with disabilities that need evacuation assistance during campus emergencies should meet with me as soon as possible to assure the health and safety of all students.
•
I have made every effort to make this course accessible to all students, including students with disabilities. If you encounter a problem accessing anything in this course, please contact me immediately by email and also contact the college’s Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) Office.
•
For more information, you may contact the DSPS Office (I4-405) or the website at http://dsps.sdccd.edu/
Math 92 Tentative Schedule - Fall 2017 Monday
Wednesday Aug 21
1
Ice Breaker Activities Sample Diagnostic
Aug 23
R1: Opertions with Integers R2: Operations with Fractions Aug 28
2 3
1.1: Exponents/Order of Op 1.2: Working with Variables
1.3: Simplifying Expressions 1.4: Rectangular Coordinate System
Sept 4
No Class
6
8.1: Solving Linear Applications 8.2: Create Scatterplots
3.3: Slope-Intercept Form of Lines 3.4: Linear Equations & Graphs
5.1: Rules for Exponents 5.2: Negative Exps/Sci Notation 5.3: Add/Subtr Polynomials 6.3: Factoring Special Forms 6.4: Solve Quadratics (Factoring)
Review
7.1: The Basics of Rationals 7.2: Mult/Div Rational Expr
10
10.1: Square Roots and Radicals 11.1: Quad Functions/Parabolas
Review
13
7.3: Add/Subtr Rational Expr 7.4: Solving Rational Equations
Oct 13
Oct 20
7.5: Proportions, Similar Triangles & Variation
Oct 25
11.2: Quadratics in Vertex Form 11.4: Solve Quadratics
Oct 27
11.5: Intercepts of Quadratics 11.6: Quadratic Forumla
Nov 1
Nov 3
Exam 3 Nov 8
12.1: Exponential Functions Nov 13
12.5: Exp Growth/Decay
6.1: What It Means to Factor 6.2: Factoring Trinomials
Oct 18
Nov 6
12
Oct 6
Final Part I
Review
Area and Perimeter Midpoint
Sept 29
Oct 11
Oct 30
11.7: Graph Quadratics
Sept 22
Exam 2
5.4: Multiplying Polynomials 5.5: Dividing Polynomials
Oct 23
11
3.5: Finding Equations of Lines
Oct 4
Oct 16
9
Sept 15
Sept 27
Oct 9
8
Exam 1
4.1: Systems of Linear Equations 4.2: Solve Systems (Substitution)
8.4: Function/Notation
Oct 2
7
Sept 8
Sept 20
Sept 25
4.3: Solve Systems (Elimination)
2.1: Add/Subtr Property of Eq 2.2: Mult/Div Properties of Eq
Sept 13
Sept 18
5
Sept 1
Sept 6
2.3: Solve Eq (Vars Both Sides)
3.1: Graph Equations (Two Vars) 3.2: Finding & Interpreting Slope
Aug 25
R3: Decimals and Percents R4: Exact vs Approx Answers
Aug 30
Sept 11
4
Friday
Nov 10
12.2: Exponential Equations
Nov 15
13.2: Logarithmic Functions
Nov 17
13.5: Solve Exponential Eq
Thanksgiving Break: Nov 20-24 14
Nov 27
13.6: Solve Logarithmic Equations
Nov 29
Review
Dec 4
15 16
14.3: Arithmetic Sequences 14.5: Arithmetic Series
Exam 4 Dec 6
14.4: Geometric Sequences 14.5: Geometric Series
Dec 11
Binomial Theorem
Dec 1 Dec 8
Mean, Median Mode
Dec 13
Review
Dec 15
Final Part II
